A. G. Guillemard
English rugby union footballer
About A. G. Guillemard
Lived 1845 – 1909 (aged 63). A. G. Guillemard was a British rugby union player, rugby union match official, cricketer, association football player and rugby union executive.
Arthur George Guillemard (18 December 1845 – 7 August 1909) was an English rugby union fullback who represented for England in the world's first rugby international in 1871. Guillemard was also a notable sporting administrator and one of the most important early international rugby referees.
Rugby career Arthur George Guillemard was born 18 December 1845 in Lewisham, London. He was a founder member of an early cricket club at Rugby School. Guillemard played club rugby for West Kent, and in 1871 he was selected for the England team as a fullback in the very first international rugby match on 27 March 1871 played against Scotland. He also served as a referee. Guillemard was president of the Rugby Football Union from 1878 to 1882. He died 7 August 1909 aged 63 years in Lewisham. right 1871 England squad with West Kent players A. G. Guillemard and J. F. Green highlighted
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Who was A. G. Guillemard?
English rugby union footballer (1845–1909)
When was A. G. Guillemard born?
A. G. Guillemard was born on 18 December 1845 in Lewisham.
When did A. G. Guillemard die?
A. G. Guillemard died on 7 August 1909 in Lewisham.
What was A. G. Guillemard's occupation?
A. G. Guillemard was a rugby union player, rugby union match official, cricketer, association football player and rugby union executive.
What nationality was A. G. Guillemard?
A. G. Guillemard was British.
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